Rehab Pre-Admission Case Manager - Rehabilitation Admissions - Flexi/PRN (882)

Position Overview

Pay range: $45.00 / hour

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Highlights

UAB Spain Rehabilitation Center opened an 11-story, state-of-the-art inpatient rehabilitation facility in the summer of 2025. The new UAB Rehabilitation Pavilion includes 78 rehabilitation beds and the latest technology – all designed to promote functional activity at every turn. Our team of highly skilled therapists practice in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, providing comprehensive, evidence-based care that’s focused on each patient and their road to recovery. We support professional clinical development by empowering our clinicians through mentorship and other growth opportunities that elevate our standard of care. Also, UAB Medicine covers the cost of obtaining certain professional certifications. Home to nationally designated SCI and TBI Model Systems, UAB Spain Rehabilitation Center provides physical, occupational, speech, recreational, and music therapy. Join our inpatient rehabilitation team and help shape the future of health care in Alabama and beyond.

Job Description

To collaborate with the Rehab Liaison to compile all information necessary to verify benefits and determine if Spain Rehabilitation Center (SRC) is within payer network. To request and receive authorization for the admission to SRC. To complete the pre-admission documentation in HealthQuest. To discuss financial obligations with patient and/or other responsible party. To inform Rehab Liaison as to status of pre-authorization and admission clearance in order to facilitate timely communication with physician, discharge planner, patient and family.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or an Allied Health field and five (5) years of related experience, three (3) years of which were in a rehabilitation environment, required. Experience with admissions case management preferred. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing or currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist or Licensed Clinical Social Worker by the appropriate State of Alabama Board required. Currently certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required. Certified Case Manager (CCM) from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) preferred.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.